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January 2015 in “Case Reports in Rheumatology” This case report highlights that early recognition and management of underlying connective tissue diseases, such as lupus, are essential in young patients presenting with unexpected symptoms like blurry vision and stroke signs.
December 2015 in “Journal of Neurology and Stroke” This case report describes a 57-year-old man's severe complications, including acute stroke and scalp necrosis, following platelet-rich plasma and stem cell injections for hair restoration.
November 2019 in “Nosotchu” This case study describes a 21-year-old man who experienced a hemorrhagic stroke potentially linked to finasteride and minoxidil use for androgenic alopecia, emphasizing the need for thorough medication history in young stroke patients.
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October 2006 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” This article reviews the history and challenges of warfarin use and suggests that monitoring genetic and environmental factors could improve individualized dosing and safety, but no new results are reported.
This study presents a case where a young male with cryptogenic stroke and patent foramen ovale, using finasteride, experienced symptomatic improvement after PFO closure and discontinuing finasteride, suggesting cardiovascular risks associated with the drug.
